Leigh Patrick
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File Under: Survival, the Woodsboro Warriors emerge victorious in a death match - The GauntletFile Under: Survival, the Woodsboro Warriors emerge victorious in a death match - The Gauntlet
File Under: Survival, the Woodsboro Warriors emerge victorious in a death match - The GauntletFile Under: Survival, the Woodsboro Warriors emerge victorious in a death match - The Gauntlet
Girls interrupted: the immediate impact of Alberta's newest legislation - The Gauntlet
Girls interrupted: the immediate impact of Alberta's newest legislation - The Gauntlet
Cultivating intimacy in our lives outside of romantic relationships - The GauntletCultivating intimacy in our lives outside of romantic relationships - The Gauntlet
Cultivating intimacy in our lives outside of romantic relationships - The GauntletCultivating intimacy in our lives outside of romantic relationships - The Gauntlet
By Leigh Patrick, February 16 2025— In modern society, intimacy is often reserved for romantic relationships, typically associated with sex and the partner with whom we share it. However, intimacy is much more than that—it’s a state of being unguarded and relaxed with someone. It involves feeling a deep, soulful connection. It’s unfortunate that, in […]
Second Year Articles
The violence of creation: A review of We Love you, Bunny by Mona Awad - The Gauntlet
The violence of creation: A review of We Love you, Bunny by Mona Awad - The Gauntlet
By Leigh Patrick, January 21 2026— Mona Awad released her newest book, We Love You, Bunny, in September of 2025. Author of Thirteen Ways of Looking at a Fat Girl, Alls Well, Rouge and her most well-known Bunny, Awad is a three-time finalist for a Goodreads Choice Award and a finalist for the Giller Prize. […]
Dinos sweep Wesmen to stay perfect at 8-0 - The GauntletDinos sweep Wesmen to stay perfect at 8-0 - The Gauntlet
Dinos sweep Wesmen to stay perfect at 8-0 - The GauntletDinos sweep Wesmen to stay perfect at 8-0 - The Gauntlet
After heartbreak, Dinos Women's Soccer ends season with hardware - The GauntletAfter heartbreak, Dinos Women's Soccer ends season with hardware - The Gauntlet
After heartbreak, Dinos Women's Soccer ends season with hardware - The GauntletAfter heartbreak, Dinos Women's Soccer ends season with hardware - The Gauntlet
Dinos overcome scoring drought with defensive grit to secure home playoff game - The GauntletDinos overcome scoring drought with defensive grit to secure home playoff game - The Gauntlet
Dinos overcome scoring drought with defensive grit to secure home playoff game - The GauntletDinos overcome scoring drought with defensive grit to secure home playoff game - The Gauntlet
By Leigh Patrick with files from Dinos Communications, October 11 2025— Coming off a weekend of successes, the Dinos’ women’s soccer team was ready to continue its streak, remaining undefeated. Fans watched anxiously, wondering if the Dinos would extend their streak or crack under the pressure — the need to win saturated the air, riling […]
Dinos' defeat Cougars to claim Prairie Crown - The GauntletDinos' defeat Cougars to claim Prairie Crown - The Gauntlet
Dinos' defeat Cougars to claim Prairie Crown - The GauntletDinos' defeat Cougars to claim Prairie Crown - The Gauntlet
More than movement: Inside the UCalgary Dance Company - The Gauntlet
More than movement: Inside the UCalgary Dance Company - The Gauntlet
Ready, set, cheer: Inside UCalgary’s Cheer Team - The Gauntlet
Ready, set, cheer: Inside UCalgary’s Cheer Team - The Gauntlet
‘For the girls' – Dinos open home schedule with back-to-back wins - The Gauntlet‘For the girls' – Dinos open home schedule with back-to-back wins - The Gauntlet
‘For the girls' – Dinos open home schedule with back-to-back wins - The Gauntlet‘For the girls' – Dinos open home schedule with back-to-back wins - The Gauntlet
Dinos steal the game from the Bisons, earning their first win at home since October 2023 - The GauntletDinos steal the game from the Bisons, earning their first win at home since October 2023 - The Gauntlet
Dinos steal the game from the Bisons, earning their first win at home since October 2023 - The GauntletDinos steal the game from the Bisons, earning their first win at home since October 2023 - The Gauntlet
A classic KICKOFF thriller: Dinos show grit but fall short in overtime loss against Regina - The GauntletA classic KICKOFF thriller: Dinos show grit but fall short in overtime loss against Regina - The Gauntlet
A classic KICKOFF thriller: Dinos show grit but fall short in overtime loss against Regina - The GauntletA classic KICKOFF thriller: Dinos show grit but fall short in overtime loss against Regina - The Gauntlet
Unbeaten and unrelenting: Dinos devour the weekend with back-to-back shutouts - The GauntletUnbeaten and unrelenting: Dinos devour the weekend with back-to-back shutouts - The Gauntlet
Unbeaten and unrelenting: Dinos devour the weekend with back-to-back shutouts - The GauntletUnbeaten and unrelenting: Dinos devour the weekend with back-to-back shutouts - The Gauntlet
First Year Articles
Letting life leave a mark: embracing imperfection - The GauntletLetting life leave a mark: embracing imperfection - The Gauntlet
Letting life leave a mark: embracing imperfection - The GauntletLetting life leave a mark: embracing imperfection - The Gauntlet
Which Gilmore Girls character is your major? - The GauntletWhich Gilmore Girls character is your major? - The Gauntlet
Which Gilmore Girls character is your major? - The GauntletWhich Gilmore Girls character is your major? - The Gauntlet
Halloween reimagined: celebrating beyond childhood - The GauntletHalloween reimagined: celebrating beyond childhood - The Gauntlet
Halloween reimagined: celebrating beyond childhood - The GauntletHalloween reimagined: celebrating beyond childhood - The Gauntlet
The Hygge Way: Joy and comfort in winter - The GauntletThe Hygge Way: Joy and comfort in winter - The Gauntlet
The Hygge Way: Joy and comfort in winter - The GauntletThe Hygge Way: Joy and comfort in winter - The Gauntlet
By Leigh Patrick, November 17 2024— With icy winds howling and days growing shorter, winter’s gloom can feel heavy. It’s tempting to hide behind screens, dreaming of warmer climates or hibernating through winter but these fleeting escapes rarely bring genuine comfort. Instead, let me introduce you to hygge — the Danish practice that encourages us […]
Festive decor tips for small spaces: Cozy, creative and clutter-Free - The GauntletFestive decor tips for small spaces: Cozy, creative and clutter-Free - The Gauntlet
Festive decor tips for small spaces: Cozy, creative and clutter-Free - The GauntletFestive decor tips for small spaces: Cozy, creative and clutter-Free - The Gauntlet
By Leigh Patrick, December 8 2024— The holidays used to feel magical, didn’t they? A string of lights, a handmade ornament—the world seemed brighter. But last December, as I stared at my overflowing bins of decorations, that magic felt more like stress. My tiny space couldn’t handle the clutter—and neither could I. That’s when I […]
It’s a season, not a setback - The GauntletIt’s a season, not a setback - The Gauntlet
It’s a season, not a setback - The GauntletIt’s a season, not a setback - The Gauntlet
The second date playbook: what comes after the first impression? - The GauntletThe second date playbook: what comes after the first impression? - The Gauntlet
The second date playbook: what comes after the first impression? - The GauntletThe second date playbook: what comes after the first impression? - The Gauntlet
By Leigh Patrick, February 9 2025— First dates get all the attention with dating guides, influencer ‘Get Ready with Me’ videos and mirror pep talks. But the second date? That’s trickier. You’ve mutually decided to see each other again—now what? Do you maintain the polished first-date version of yourself or let your real, more relaxed […]
Chapter of love: the book exchange at Pages on Kensington - The GauntletChapter of love: the book exchange at Pages on Kensington - The Gauntlet
Chapter of love: the book exchange at Pages on Kensington - The GauntletChapter of love: the book exchange at Pages on Kensington - The Gauntlet
Calgary Hidden Gems: Fair’s Fair is a bookstore of lost treasures - The GauntletCalgary Hidden Gems: Fair’s Fair is a bookstore of lost treasures - The Gauntlet
Calgary Hidden Gems: Fair’s Fair is a bookstore of lost treasures - The GauntletCalgary Hidden Gems: Fair’s Fair is a bookstore of lost treasures - The Gauntlet
The introvert's guide to joining clubs - The GauntletThe introvert's guide to joining clubs - The Gauntlet
The introvert's guide to joining clubs - The GauntletThe introvert's guide to joining clubs - The Gauntlet
Making the most of your commute - The GauntletMaking the most of your commute - The Gauntlet
Making the most of your commute - The GauntletMaking the most of your commute - The Gauntlet
Which holiday mascot is your zodiac sign - The GauntletWhich holiday mascot is your zodiac sign - The Gauntlet
Which holiday mascot is your zodiac sign - The GauntletWhich holiday mascot is your zodiac sign - The Gauntlet
Winter Break reading list: Books to cozy up with - The GauntletWinter Break reading list: Books to cozy up with - The Gauntlet
Winter Break reading list: Books to cozy up with - The GauntletWinter Break reading list: Books to cozy up with - The Gauntlet
Student’s guide to non-negotiables: Why boundaries matter during finals - The GauntletStudent’s guide to non-negotiables: Why boundaries matter during finals - The Gauntlet
Student’s guide to non-negotiables: Why boundaries matter during finals - The GauntletStudent’s guide to non-negotiables: Why boundaries matter during finals - The Gauntlet
A celebration of fun, safety and community: UCalgaryStrong - The GauntletA celebration of fun, safety and community: UCalgaryStrong - The Gauntlet
A celebration of fun, safety and community: UCalgaryStrong - The GauntletA celebration of fun, safety and community: UCalgaryStrong - The Gauntlet
Things to do in Calgary: Spring 2025 - The GauntletThings to do in Calgary: Spring 2025 - The Gauntlet
Things to do in Calgary: Spring 2025 - The GauntletThings to do in Calgary: Spring 2025 - The Gauntlet
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